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10+ Years of Child Development & Clinical Assessment Expertise | 3,000+ Children Supported Across UAE
Trusted pediatric psychological assessment services in Karama, Dubai, within easy reach of Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, Deira, and Al Mankhool. We also offer comprehensive assessment services across all of Dubai.
If your child is experiencing learning difficulties, behavioral issues, attention difficulties, emotions management issues, or developmental delays, our specialist team will conduct a thorough psychological assessment to assess strengths, difficulties, developmental needs, to reach an accurate diagnosis and plan effective interventions.
4.9/5 Rating
Trusted by 2,000+ families
10+ Years
Pediatric care
20+ Years
Led an early Us BACB-certified Behavior Analyst
3000+
Children support
Multi..
Disciplinary team approach
Dubai + Sharjah
Multiple UAE Branches (Alnahda Sharjah & Karama)
Parent-first
Family-centered guidance
Many parents in Karama, Deira, and Bur Dubai notice changes in their child’s behaviour, emotions, learning, or social interactions and wonder:
“Is this just a phase, or should we be concerned?”
You may notice signs such as difficulty concentrating, frequent emotional outbursts, anxiety or excessive worries, changes in behaviour, difficulty making friends, learning challenges, low confidence, or delays in social and emotional development.
A Psychological Assessment can help understand your child’s strengths, challenges, and individual needs, providing parents with clearer answers and guidance on the right support.
Psychological assessment for kids helps understand a child's emotional, behavioural, developmental, learning, attention and social challenges. It may assist children facing school difficulties, behavioural or emotional concerns or developmental issues. Austin Center serves families throughout Karama Dubai, Bur Dubai, Deira, Mankhool, Oud Metha, Al Jafiliya, Trade Centre, Al Barsha and surrounding areas.
If you recognise even one or two of these, an assessment is worth it.
Author " Asha Susan, BACB (USA) & IBA Certified Behavior Analyst Email - asha.austin@gmail.com
Psychological assessment is a structured evaluation that helps understand how a child thinks, learns, behaves, communicates, and manages emotions in daily life at home and school. It provides a clear profile of strengths, challenges, and developmental needs beyond surface-level symptoms.
Children displaying issues such as: Attention or focus problems, Learning delay or academic challenges, Changes in emotional or behavioral patterns, Struggle in school performance, Social interaction difficulties
It helps identify underlying causes of difficulties, supports early clarity instead of assumptions, and guides appropriate intervention planning for home and school support.
Early understanding can help support:
Opportunities for brain development at critical stages
School readiness skills and school participation
Confidence and emotional development
Social participation and ability to interact with peers
Long-term support for development and learning
Practical ways to help at home and in school
Many families come to us after trying different approaches and often tell us they were looking for clearer guidance and more coordinated support.
Easily accessible—5 minutes from Bur Dubai Metro, 15 minutes from Deira & Al Qusais, and convenient from Al Nahda Sharjah.
Speech, ABA, occupational therapy, and psychology working together for integrated care.
We use research-backed approaches that are proven to support communication, behavior, social skills, learning, emotional well-being, and daily living skills.
Regular reviews, measurable goals, and detailed feedback help families clearly understand their child’s progress and next steps.
Practices guided by BACB, DHA, KHDA, SH Authority & RCI frameworks.
Engaging, motivating sessions that children enjoy and look forward to attending
See why thousands of parents trust our specialized, multidisciplinary approach over standard clinical settings when it comes to their child's development.
| What parents compare | Austin Center | Typical clinics |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric-focused experience | 10+ years, dedicated pediatric care | General mixed-age practice |
| Clinical leadership | Led by one of the first US BACB-certified Behavior Analysts (20+yrs) | Junior or rotating leads |
| Autism expertise | Specialized autism and behavior support | General Scope |
| Children supported | 3000+ children and families supported | Limited case history |
| Team approach | Speech + OT + ABA + Psychology | Single discipline only |
| Parent Coaching | Build into every plan | Often optional add-on |
| School coordination | Families supported through structured school transitions | Rarely offered |
| Progress monitoring | Structured supervision and reviews every 8 - 12 weeks | Ad-hoc reviews |
| Accessibility | karama Dubai + Al Nahda Sharjah Branches | Single location |
| Long term goal | Functional communication and meaningful participation | session by session focus |
We learn how your child thinks, studies, behaves and functions in everyday life at home, school, and on the playground in order to create a full picture of development.
A series of evaluation tools including cognitive and developmental rating scales, behavior assessment ratings, attention assessment and emotional screening instruments are used to provide a clinical assessment on an evidence-based foundation.
Besides identifying challenges, we also determine your child’s strengths, learning style, attention style, and potential as a foundation for success.
Behavior at home, school, and in the social context are all assessed to determine consistent behavior patterns, precipitants, and functional behavior challenges.
A complete report is provided succinctly summarizing the assessment findings, clinical impression, and recommendations for school and therapeutic needs.
Practical next steps are outlined with therapeutic recommendations, school functional supports, and parent coaching.
When 2-year-old Ahammed first came to us, his parents were worried. He wasn’t walking independently and struggled with balance while sitting and standing.
After a detailed assessment, our pediatric physiotherapy team identified developmental delays affecting his strength, coordination, and posture. We created a personalized, play-based therapy plan focused on improving movement skills and building confidence.
Through fun therapy sessions, guided exercises, and parent support at home, Ahammed slowly began reaching important milestones. First, he sat steadily. Then he started standing with support. Soon after, he took his first independent steps.
Today, Ahammed is walking, playing actively, and exploring confidently like other children his age.
His journey shows how early intervention, expert care, and family involvement can make a life-changing difference.
"" As parents, we knew our daughter was struggling with sensory sensitivities, emotional outbursts, and difficulties coping in busy environments, but we didn't know where to turn for help. The assessment gave us clear answers and helped us understand her needs for the first time. Having a diagnosis..."
"" It was a relief to connect with Austin Center in Karama. Our psychologist was responsive to all our questions and explained the assessment findings in a clear, supportive, and practical way. Our child enjoyed attending the assessment sessions, and we felt comfortable and supported throughout the p..."
"" We decided to have our 4-year-old undergo a psychological assessment before starting school in Dubai, and we're so glad we found Austin Center in Karama. The psychologist was knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in understanding our child. The assessment process was smooth and engag..."
"As an educator in Dubai, I regularly recommend Austin Center in Karama for psychological and psychoeducational assessments. I trust their team to work with children in a warm, welcoming, and respectful manner while making families feel supported throughout the process. Their assessments are thorough..."
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Sharjah Health Authority Guidelines
Rehabilitation Council of India Standards
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Metro
5 min walk from ADCB / BurJuman
From Bur Dubai
10 min — easy parking
From Deira
15 min via Maktoum Bridge
From Al Qusais
20 min via Sheikh Rashid Rd
From Al Nahda, Sharjah
20 min — near Dubai border
